The best companies to work for use culture as a competitive recruiting tool. Here's how to showcase your organization's values, employment brand and more on your website, to attract the talent you need.

Looking for ways to simplify, streamline and get more done at work in the new year? Use the KISS method.
Also, we share tactics high performers use before the workweek starts (and then share them with your team).

Dreading your busy season -- or is it already here? This handy guide contains all the tips and tricks you need to find the right help, with the right skills, right when you need them (and keep your sanity!).

Social tools are becoming indispensable in business. But Snapchat for recruiting -- seriously?! Learn how to build your brand and recruit amazing talent with the latest social recruiting tools, and why a strong recruiting partner is more important than ever.

Macaroon-baking classes and ping-pong tables are trendy perks -- but do they attract and satisfy top talent? Here's what today's employees want, and how leading employers are delivering.
And, use these steps to stare down fears, work through them and get more accomplished.

Who's on Facebook these days? Your future employees. Learn about the features, pros and cons of this new recruiting tool -- and determine if you should add it to your hiring toolbox.
And, they're cute, they're cuddly and with a little planning on your part, pets can make your employees happier and more productive.

Job postings attracting deadbeats (or no one at all)? Let's fix that! Learn how to write postings that really stand out -- and get better applicants, every time.
And, these quick tips will help you get better performance from your entire team, by managing introverts and extroverts properly.

Nobody's an expert at EVERYTHING -- business is simply too complex and fast changing! Whether you engage them for an assignment or hire them full time, here's how to effectively manage people with more experience or knowledge than you -- and make yourself, your team and your company even more successful.

When the calendar flips, will your company be ready for these important changes? Make sure these issues are on your radar.
And, here's how to light the fire -- and keep the productivity you've worked so hard to build rolling into the new year.

From sharing "snackable" content to live streaming, here are seven fresh ideas for recruiting your next generation of talent.
And, with the average worker experiencing 56 interruptions per day, it's a wonder anybody gets anything done. Here's how to keep daily disruptions from zapping
productivity and momentum in your company.

Here's how to identify and develop promising young employees -- and help them grow into your company's future leaders.
Plus, if your team's productivity, engagement and motivation flag during the summer months, use these fun ideas to rally your troops.

Do you invest sufficiently to recruit A-level talent, or find yourself "peering through the slats" as your competitors hire the best? In the long-run, mediocre talent is no bargain. Here's how to invest in recruiting wisely -- and land superstars without breaking the bank.
Plus, how eating meals together can help improve team performance.

Big changes are coming to overtime rules. What's the FLSA changing? Who's affected? How can you control your overhead -- and stay compliant? Get the facts here.
And, there are some smart new apps to help boost your productivity. Find out what they are in this month's issue.

Acts of terror. Natural disasters. Cyber attacks. Is your company truly ready to manage crises like these?
Plus, if you want to really boost employees' productivity (and happiness) teach them to STOP doing these six things.

Reference checks are a MUST for making great hires. Use the questions in this month's newsletter to stay legal -- and hire smart.
Plus, learn six ways to control "infobesity" with more effective triage.

Recent statistics reinforce that while hiring
remains sluggish, finding and keeping qualified,
skilled workers is getting tougher. If you want to
win the war for talent, read this eBook. It examines
the true cost of turnover and outlines today's best
retention strategies, geared to the unique needs of
each of your workforce segments.

It's that most wonderful time of the year!
Except when it comes to getting work done. Chances are, your
staff is more focused on shopping and parties than this week's
deadlines.
So how do you get work done... without being a Scrooge?

We talk a lot about motivation in the workplace--a whole industry has sprung up around it! But sometimes the easiest way to keep yourself and your employees on track is to look at not what you have to do, but at what you've done.

We talk a lot about motivation in the workplace--a whole industry has sprung up around it! But sometimes the easiest way to keep yourself and your employees on track is to look at not what you have to do, but at what you've done.

Having fun makes serious business sense. This article will
show you the research that proves that fun in the workplace
is key to corporate success. You'll also find 20 ways to
bring more fun into your organization.

Having fun makes serious business sense. This article will
show you the research that proves that fun in the workplace
is key to corporate success. You'll also find 20 ways to
bring more fun into your organization.

If you want to be really successful, it's important to make
time for your work and your life. You'll be more productive
and avoid getting burned out.
In this edition of 60 Second Solutions, you'll find seven
ways to keep burnout at bay.

If you want to be really successful, it's important to make
time for your work and your life. You'll be more productive
and avoid getting burned out.
In this edition of 60 Second Solutions, you'll find seven
ways to keep burnout at bay.

It's time to rethink your recruiting strategy--and we'll make
it easy for you. In this month's Strategies for Success, we'll
ask you four questions that will help you rethink and reshape
your approach and show you new approaches for the new economy.

It's time to rethink your recruiting strategy--and we'll make
it easy for you. In this month's Strategies for Success, we'll
ask you four questions that will help you rethink and reshape
your approach and show you new approaches for the new economy.

Are you on Pinterest? I'm sure you've heard about it--it's
become the rock star of the social media world, driving
more traffic to company websites and blogs than YouTube,
Google+ and LinkedIn combined. So are you using it in
your HR department?

Are you on Pinterest? I'm sure you've heard about it--it's
become the rock star of the social media world, driving
more traffic to company websites and blogs than YouTube,
Google+ and LinkedIn combined. So are you using it in
your HR department?

In a competitive job market, experienced professionals and recent
graduates with their "eye on the prize" may not be looking for
long term...just "right now."
In this month's Strategies for Success, we've included some tips
to help prevent your organization from becoming a stepping stone.

In a competitive job market, experienced professionals and recent
graduates with their "eye on the prize" may not be looking for
long term...just "right now."
In this month's Strategies for Success, we've included some tips
to help prevent your organization from becoming a stepping stone.

It seems that reports of bullying are everywhere you turn lately.
Stories of young teenagers being subjected to the behavior of
bullies has ignited a national consciousness. But bullying isn't
confined to schools and teenagers. It's also a major issue in
today's workforce.

It seems that reports of bullying are everywhere you turn lately.
Stories of young teenagers being subjected to the behavior of
bullies has ignited a national consciousness. But bullying isn't
confined to schools and teenagers. It's also a major issue in
today's workforce.

Are you a "horrible" boss?
This summer's blockbuster movie "Horrible Bosses" may have been
fiction, but there are some valuable management lessons to be
learned from the stars of the film.
In this month's Strategies for Success, we'll provide you
with the tips you need to avoid being "horrible."

Are you a "horrible" boss?
This summer's blockbuster movie "Horrible Bosses" may have been
fiction, but there are some valuable management lessons to be
learned from the stars of the film.
In this month's Strategies for Success, we'll provide you
with the tips you need to avoid being "horrible."

Sometimes candidates look great on paper, or in the
interview, but end up being a total bust. Weed out the "THAT
guys" of the business world and make better hires by integrating
personality tests into your hiring process.

Sometimes candidates look great on paper, or in the
interview, but end up being a total bust. Weed out the "THAT
guys" of the business world and make better hires by integrating
personality tests into your hiring process.

Stop!
Don't make another hire without reviewing the items in our
Hiring Toolkit below. It's the ultimate collection of
information, forms, and tools to help ensure that your next
hire is a perfect fit.

Stop!
Don't make another hire without reviewing the items in our
Hiring Toolkit below. It's the ultimate collection of
information, forms, and tools to help ensure that your next
hire is a perfect fit.

Does your company have an effective social media policy?
Like it or not, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter have become
essential business tools, and you need to set clear guidelines
about what your employees can--and cannot--do.
In this issue of 60 Second Solutions, we'll show you the three
specific topics your social media policy must cover.

Does your company have an effective social media policy?
Like it or not, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter have become
essential business tools, and you need to set clear guidelines
about what your employees can--and cannot--do.
In this issue of 60 Second Solutions, we'll show you the three
specific topics your social media policy must cover.

It seems the competition for the best jobs is fierce no matter what economic conditions are.
However, there are a few things job seekers can do to dramatically increase their chances of finding a great job.
Read further for 9 Secrets to Getting the Job You Really Want.

Like it or not, social media has quickly evolved into one of
the main forms of business communication. No longer is it just
for college students to update their friends on where they are
hanging out. Almost every corporation is active on Facebook,
Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Today, we are very pleased to share a really informative
article that will show you why you need a social media policy
and what needs to be included.

Like it or not, social media has quickly evolved into one of
the main forms of business communication. No longer is it just
for college students to update their friends on where they are
hanging out. Almost every corporation is active on Facebook,
Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Today, we are very pleased to share a really informative
article that will show you why you need a social media policy
and what needs to be included.

Is your organization experiencing high turnover in any areas?
Are you worried about the potential of losing key employees?
This article will show you how to use exit interviews with
your soon to be ex-employees to help you reduce attrition at
your organization.

Is your organization experiencing high turnover in any areas?
Are you worried about the potential of losing key employees?
This article will show you how to use exit interviews with
your soon to be ex-employees to help you reduce attrition at
your organization.

Do you happen to know any of those people who are always
successful at work no matter what? The ones who get the
promotions quicker, more raises, more often, and get the
best assignments? Well, it's not luck that those people are
always on top. With a little determination, and help from
the following article, anyone can learn to be successful
in the workplace.

If you're not getting back to EVERY candidate who submits a
resume or job application, you may be making people angry,
and in today's world of social media, angry candidates can
do great damage to your company's reputation.

If you're not getting back to EVERY candidate who submits a
resume or job application, you may be making people angry,
and in today's world of social media, angry candidates can
do great damage to your company's reputation.

Quick question: What one thing can control costs, improve
revenue, and manage risks?
Believe it or not, this magic solution for your business
is temporary employees. Long gone are the days when temps
were only used to fill in for vacation days.
Used strategically, temporary employees can make a dramatic
difference to your bottom line.

Quick question: What one thing can control costs, improve
revenue, and manage risks?
Believe it or not, this magic solution for your business
is temporary employees. Long gone are the days when temps
were only used to fill in for vacation days.
Used strategically, temporary employees can make a dramatic
difference to your bottom line.

Increase profits...Reduce payroll expenses...Improve retention
And you thought staffing firms were only good for providing fill-ins.
We wanted to take a little break from the normal format of
60 Second Solutions to provide you with some great case
studies of companies that--through the creative use of
staffing--were able to tackle significant business challenges!

Increase profits...Reduce payroll expenses...Improve retention
And you thought staffing firms were only good for providing fill-ins.
We wanted to take a little break from the normal format of
60 Second Solutions to provide you with some great case
studies of companies that--through the creative use of
staffing--were able to tackle significant business challenges!

This month's article discusses how the way that we treat job
candidates reflects on the way we treat our customers.
Not many companies factor in the candidate experience, but
they should because it is quickly becoming a "hidden cost"
that is costing us millions.

This month's article discusses how the way that we treat job
candidates reflects on the way we treat our customers.
Not many companies factor in the candidate experience, but
they should because it is quickly becoming a "hidden cost"
that is costing us millions.

While no one knows for sure if the worst is over, we have
seen many positive signs in our local economy. So what's
the next step for companies in our community? It's time
to start taking advantage of the upturn and planning for growth.
Today, I would like to share an article that offers six
great tips to help your company prepare for growth.

While no one knows for sure if the worst is over, we have
seen many positive signs in our local economy. So what's
the next step for companies in our community? It's time
to start taking advantage of the upturn and planning for growth.
Today, I would like to share an article that offers six
great tips to help your company prepare for growth.

Everywhere you turn, people are talking about their New Year's
resolutions. What you may also notice is that nobody talks about
how they are going to actually keep them.
This article contains six tips to make a plan and
fulfill your dreams in the New Year:

If you're not familiar with "re-recruiting," it is the
process of re-engaging, renewing and restoring the health,
vitality or intensity of employer-employee relationships.
To further explain, click the link below for a great
article that outlines the "re-recruiting" process.

If you're not familiar with "re-recruiting," it is the
process of re-engaging, renewing and restoring the health,
vitality or intensity of employer-employee relationships.
To further explain, click the link below for a great
article that outlines the "re-recruiting" process.

As the end of the year approaches, most companies are finalizing their compensation plans for 2011. And, one of the most common questions we get is, What are other companies paying?
That's why we wanted to share the results from the 2010-2011 Culpepper Salary Budget and Planning Survey. This year's report includes data from 933 participating organizations
in 90 countries and 21 international geographic regions.

As the end of the year approaches, most companies are finalizing their compensation plans for 2011. And, one of the most common questions we get is, What are other companies paying?
That's why we wanted to share the results from the 2010-2011 Culpepper Salary Budget and Planning Survey. This year's report includes data from 933 participating organizations
in 90 countries and 21 international geographic regions.

In this job market, you want to make sure that your resume gets to the top of the pile. The secret to success lies in two areas: your cover letter and the keywords you use. This article will show you a few tricks that will get your resume noticed by hiring managers.

Love him, or hate him, LeBron James made recruiting history
this past summer. The NBA teams who courted James provided
a new case study on how to recruit "game-changers."
If your organization could use a few more superstars, then
you don't want to miss this article.

Love him, or hate him, LeBron James made recruiting history
this past summer. The NBA teams who courted James provided
a new case study on how to recruit "game-changers."
If your organization could use a few more superstars, then
you don't want to miss this article.

About 25 million meetings take place in corporate America daily.
Can you imagine how much we could get done if we just stopped
meeting so much?
Actually, the secret is not to get rid of meetings, but to
take a different approach. How? Read on to discover how you
can become a world-class leader of high performance meetings.

About 25 million meetings take place in corporate America daily.
Can you imagine how much we could get done if we just stopped
meeting so much?
Actually, the secret is not to get rid of meetings, but to
take a different approach. How? Read on to discover how you
can become a world-class leader of high performance meetings.

Leadership expert Rick Houcek has outlined four strategies based on the success of "The Container Store" that you can implement into your organization. These strategies will create an air of excitement and engagement that will help
build customers for life.

Leadership expert Rick Houcek has outlined four strategies based on the success of "The Container Store" that you can implement into your organization. These strategies will create an air of excitement and engagement that will help
build customers for life.

With all the ups and downs in our economy over the past
two years, you've probably had to make some major changes
in your business. And as most managers know, initiating
change can be a daunting task. According to leadership
guru, Rick Houcek, it might be the most difficult task
that managers perform.

With all the ups and downs in our economy over the past
two years, you've probably had to make some major changes
in your business. And as most managers know, initiating
change can be a daunting task. According to leadership
guru, Rick Houcek, it might be the most difficult task
that managers perform.

Would you like to...
- Get more work done...without having to work harder?
- Have more resources to take on new projects?
- Eliminate overtime expenses?
- Prevent staff burnout?
- Reduce turnover?
If so, then keep reading!
In this 60 Second Solution, you'll discover one of the most powerful ways you can actually do more and spend less!

Would you like to...
- Get more work done...without having to work harder?
- Have more resources to take on new projects?
- Eliminate overtime expenses?
- Prevent staff burnout?
- Reduce turnover?
If so, then keep reading!
In this 60 Second Solution, you'll discover one of the most powerful ways you can actually do more and spend less!

Employees are becoming increasingly sophisticated about the ways they beat the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). To protect your business, you need to become just as sophisticated about managing requests for leave.

Employees are becoming increasingly sophisticated about the ways they beat the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). To protect your business, you need to become just as sophisticated about managing requests for leave.

On the new hit show "Undercover Boss", CEOs put on a
disguise and go undercover in their own companies to discover
what's really going on at the front lines in their organization.
It's a great lesson for all leaders. Now we're not saying
you need to put on a fake nose and mustache, but spending
some time "in the field" can be a very enlightening and
worthwhile endeavor.

On the new hit show "Undercover Boss", CEOs put on a
disguise and go undercover in their own companies to discover
what's really going on at the front lines in their organization.
It's a great lesson for all leaders. Now we're not saying
you need to put on a fake nose and mustache, but spending
some time "in the field" can be a very enlightening and
worthwhile endeavor.

Social Networking. SEO. Blogging.
They are all Web 2.0 tools that are a part of something
called Inbound Marketing. And if these words are not a
part of your regular marketing plan, you may quickly be
falling behind your competition.
This article will help you
understand, and take advantage of, the benefits of Inbound
Marketing and Web 2.0.

Social Networking. SEO. Blogging.
They are all Web 2.0 tools that are a part of something
called Inbound Marketing. And if these words are not a
part of your regular marketing plan, you may quickly be
falling behind your competition.
This article will help you
understand, and take advantage of, the benefits of Inbound
Marketing and Web 2.0.

Have you seen Eddie Haskell lately?
No, we're not talking about everyone's favorite charmer
from Leave It To Beaver. We're talking about those job
candidates who say and do all the right things during the
interview...but then turn out to be nightmare employees.
The article below will show you how you can "Eddie Proof"
your candidate evaluation process.

Have you seen Eddie Haskell lately?
No, we're not talking about everyone's favorite charmer
from Leave It To Beaver. We're talking about those job
candidates who say and do all the right things during the
interview...but then turn out to be nightmare employees.
The article below will show you how you can "Eddie Proof"
your candidate evaluation process.